24 Hour - 93F Degree - 12v Fridge Test! ICECO VL45 vs SetPower RV45s

[@Jasonoid]

Learn more about the SetPower RV45s HERE: collabs.shop/bjk1tn Apply the code “JASONOID” upon checkout for 16% discount on any SetPower fridge purchase. Learn more abour the ICECO VL45 HERE: collabs.shop/spqp9f Apply the code “JASONOID” upon checkout for 12% discount on any ICECO fridge purchase.

[@Jasonoid]

Hey guys! Check out the video description for more details. I'll have to include more details in the video next time haha. The temps ranged from 72F - 93F during this test. I live in a desert climate so the temps usually drop at night. Someone in a humid environment wouldn't see quite the temp change and the fridge would probably pull more power than seen in my testing. Thanks for watching! More of these tests in the future!

[@chansformer]

Hey Jason, thanks for this review, it helped me with my decision. I couldn't decide between the two fridges, however, I ended up getting the Setco RV45S after seeing this video and a few others. I did a simple test this past weekend. Hooked it up to my jackery 1000 and kept it outside in 107 degrees F while using it regularly in place of my cooler. I don't think I'll ever use a cooler again in the backyard during pool time haha. It ran for 55 hrs straight and the jackery still had 28% left. Can't wait to use it on my next trip. Thanks again for this review and keep up the great work!

[@Jasonoid]

107f, wow that's hot! Glad to know you got such a great runtime off the Jackery! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@chansformer]

@@Jasonoid it sure was hot. Great weather to test it in. Thanks for the reply.

[@theoverlandproject9680]

I really had my heart set on the icecovl45 but this sets a strong case for the setpower. $300 difference is pretty significant. Plus it seems to be slightly more efficient as well. My guess is that both of these are made in China (minus the compressor on the iceco I believe, German?) and true value might come down to long term reliability. I mean, I'd like to still be able to use the fridge 2-5 yrs from now, that'd be nice.

[@Jasonoid]

I was very impressed with the Setpower RV45, I have the full review coming out on Tuesday next week. I also have a tear down section in the video and I was very impressed with the quality. Slightly different build materials than the ICECO VL45, non secop compressor.

[@firstlast5139]

Finally a real world test of these fridges ! Thank you very much.

[@Jasonoid]

Looking forward to doing more this year in the summer!

[@andrewinaustintx]

Ambient temperature tests during the summer months are of great use to portable DC fridge users. For example: with a peak afternoon temp. of 98 to 99 degrees Fahrenheit - my older 41 quart DC truck fridge with a Danfoss/Secop compressor pulled about 350 to 400 watts of power over a 26 hour period in its ECO mode. The fridge thermostat was set to 2° Celsius. So, if someone want to be conservative, budget about 400 watts of energy to run a small fridge for 24 hours in the summer.

[@Jasonoid]

When the temps get up near 100F or more the power usage goes exponential, I will do some more extensive testing on the channel in the future. Like 105F and such.... Missed the really hot days this year. 400wh is a good amount of storage, I always recommend at least 500wh or more just in case the sun isn't shining to charge back up.

[@BigMACK1868]

I bought the setpower TC35 and I'm very happy with it, the temperature goes down to -4 degrees. I started out buying the TC20 and realized I need something a little larger. It's well worth the price compared to the other fridges out there. I went 7 day's running on my LifeP04 batteries and only loss 1 volt , it started out at 13.7 volts and finished at 12.3 volts without any charging from my solar panels.

[@Jasonoid]

Thanks for sharing your experience! How big are your batteries?

[@jbizz1320]

What size station did you run it off? Cant figure out what size i want for the power station

[@BigMACK1868]

@@Jasonoid I build my battery bank by the Amp Hours it can hold. The one I currently use is 98 Amp Hours. I buy some of my batteries from Battery Hookup they will last longer than I'll be alive. You can buy from them a 105 AH pack for $160.00

[@BigMACK1868]

@@jbizz1320 Go with a 140 Amp Hour battery bank, I buy most of my batteries from Battery Hookup.

[@Sdstevens]

Love your videos man. Keep it up!

[@loucinci3922]

Nice side-by-side test. Thanks for sharing.

[@Jasonoid]

You're welcome! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@ulysses8859]

Nice job on the comparison Jason, the Setpower looks to be a pretty good buy. I'm not in the market now but I would go with the Setpower on this one. THanks Jason!!

[@Jasonoid]

Setpower RV45s review coming early next week :)

[@martygalang5110]

I just got the Setpower fridge. It's been great. Was trying to decide between the 2. I ran it for 96 hours straight in the hot garage (mid 80s average) with a Bluetti 240 on DC and only consumed 60%. Both fridges are very similar in design besides the compressor brand and seem to be affiliated including their address in California. Great comparison video!

[@Jasonoid]

ICECO and SetPower have very similar fridges, SetPower is the more 'budget' offering. You can't go wrong with either one :)

[@darksideemt]

Thanks for posting this! I have been between the 2 and able to actually buy one. Definitely going with the Setpower one after seeing this and feeling confident they are the same fridge pretty much.

[@Jasonoid]

Good choice! I put the full review out this morning on the SetPower RV45s

[@allynonderdonk7577]

The difference is in the compressor. The Setpower has a value chinese compressor. It can only work up to 30 degrees from level but does use less power and has a 2 year warranty. The Iceco uses a German Secop compressor that uses slightly more power, but can handle a 40 degree slope, impacts, and will last longer because the motor uses more power and won't burn the windings. It also has a 5 year warranty.

[@Jasonoid]

Secop / Danfoss compressors are made in China now, no longer in Germany. But everything else was correct about the compressors.

[@jeffsjeepandhamshack]

I had both of these in shopping carts wanting to pull the trigger on one or the other. I’ve had a 63qt ARB Elements in the past, so I am no stranger to fridges. I am sure the Iceco has a better compressor from a long term reliability standpoint - by sure, I mean I really have no clue - but Setpower has a sale going, plus your promo code, followed by the test, my decision was made for me. Was able to buy this for half the price of the Iceco. $325 with no tax and free shipping. Long term will tell, but I am confident I will get at least 2 years out of this because of the warranty, and honestly, it’s around the same price as a decent rotomolded ice chest.

[@Jasonoid]

It seems very well built to me, I think you'll have a great experience with the Setpower fridge! Glad I was able to save you a little bit of money on the purchase!

[@cmsag7428]

Thanks for the info. Would like to see the power consumption on a combo fridge / freezer. Gotta get your channel more subs, as you do an excellent job. No BS, just info.

[@Jasonoid]

Thanks! Sharing the content out is probably the best way to get the subs up :)

[@jgtaylor2201]

Great comparison for “real world” conditions. I’m not even in the market for a new fridge, but I was interested to see how the Setpower performed because I know it’s a more budget-friendly option.

[@Jasonoid]

I was blown away by the build quality, I was expecting much less "quality" in a budget fridge. Full review to come out early next week :)

[@SiruiZhang-m5u]

Thank you for all the effort, I just want to know which one is better in term of noise level. Your reviews really help.

[@Jasonoid]

Both fridges sound pretty much the same. They do have slightly loud fans when running. I have a new fridge I am reviewing this Friday that's similar to these, but more quiet. I'd wait for that video and see if you like it!

[@shelley131]

Revisted this video to make a decision on buying a bouge rv or the setpower and decided on the set power , even thoogh it was a little more expensive . The difference in price is negligible to me. First it has a 3 year warranty. Second it does better on off-road excursions as the compressor will tolerate the vibrations and will handle 40º angle without issues. Third is the efficiency, very good like my dometic, and lastly I love the aluminum built. Thank you again. Wonder if I will get the same results here in Texas with more than 40 days of triple digit numbers and as high as 106º.

[@whatthesnell]

Great review as always. I'd be curious to know how these two guys would work running on a 12 volt source in the same conditions. Like summer camping and this thing is in the back of my Suburban where it is quite warm. Off the top of your head do you think they would run more efficiently?

[@Jasonoid]

This video will show you power usage numbers and such. They are more efficient on 12v vs the AC inverter. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZ2vdqF8nLV_qas

[@Armenian]

Cool! Set both refers to 0F Freezing and do the test again! Full load!

[@Armenian]

In real life use, I set my ARB as either a freezer set at 0-8F or a refer set at 39F.

[@Jasonoid]

Next week I should have some 90F days, I think we are past any 100F days for the rest of the year.

[@Armenian]

@@Jasonoid must be nice we’re in the mid 90’s this whole week in Tejas.

[@Jasonoid]

@@Armenian We've have 100F temps for over 24 days straight, the cooler temps are very welcomed haha

[@lazyduck4444]

Awesome video! Im new too solar and im looking to keep a fridge in my shed durring our hot california summers, would a 2 100w panels and a 100ah battery be able to sustain either of these 24/7?

[@Jasonoid]

Yes, thats a bit of power! As long as you get decent sun every couple of days.

[@currentlyhd7649]

Nice let’s see a dual zone version of this test!

[@Jasonoid]

Which dual model are you wanting to see, the SetPower RV45D?

[@currentlyhd7649]

@@Jasonoid yes I’ve been thinking about buy that one!

[@Jasonoid]

@@currentlyhd7649 that's a pretty cool fridge being so customizable!

[@Maximus01776]

If you are in the market for a fridge, get the Iceco, do not get the set power, set power customer service is horrible, and you will need it, the fridge quality is horrible, mine broke down and after numerous attempts to get it resolved, l decided to get a new one, and went with Iceco, best decision ever.

[@Jasonoid]

thanks for your feedback about each product!

[@BobDiaz123]

Another interesting test would be to see the power drawn in Eco Mode vs Normal Mode over 24 hours.

[@Jasonoid]

It should be pretty similar, since max mode would would cool the fridge down faster and use more power, but eco mode would use less power and run slightly longer. I'll have to run a test for sure and do a video?

[@OJesusX3]

Man! Look at the insulation on the Set Power! It's substantial! More than the cheaper fridge's that I've seen. This is awesome. Thanks for doing this man. 😌🌎✨

[@Jasonoid]

They are both excellent models, been very happy with both of these fridges! Thanks for watching

[@ryanmiller4890]

I've had my eye on that same Setpowwr fridge for a while.

[@Jasonoid]

Full review coming out next week, it will give you a better overview of the fridge!

[@ryanmiller4890]

@@Jasonoid I've already seen 3 or 4 reviews on it and I'm fairly sure it's "the one" but one more review can't hurt! The biggest issue is convincing the wife we need it. We do a lot of camping in the summertime and I for one am tired of dealing with all the ice AND having to have two coolers because of all the room that the ice takes up. But first I need to decide on a "sogen" and panels to charge it.

[@Jasonoid]

I can't stand that term.... Sogen....lol. Well you know I got lots of power stations to recommend haha. More reviews and options coming in the next months!

[@ryanmiller4890]

@@Jasonoid I just recently found your channel. Good stuff, the reviews have all the info I need. Looking forward to more.

[@Jasonoid]

@@ryanmiller4890 Thanks Ryan :)

[@chansformer]

Oh and subscribed. Thanks!

[@DoritosResidue]

I'm sure iceco owns setpower. I'm local to thier facility and they sell refurbished/ openbox on offerup under thier profile name iceco. They only sell iceco and setpower on thier offer up profile.

[@Jasonoid]

They are under the same umbrella company. They have very similar models. Setpower doesn't want to be identified as the same brand as ICECO since they have different target audiences...thats what they have told me anyways haha

[@DoritosResidue]

@@Jasonoid I take the big difference is the compressors.

[@Jasonoid]

@@DoritosResidue yeah, ICECO has the Secop / Danfoss compressor.

[@hitsonthehill]

That's good to know. Thanks!

[@Jasonoid]

You're welcome!

[@Meechka]

I ordered a Setpower RV45s and when we unpacked it found they had sent us an ICECO VL45. Are these the same company? How would you handle this problem if it were you. I have no experience with the company and ordered it directly from them. It was shipped out of Georgia not California.

[@Jasonoid]

Wow, what an upgrade! The companies are related but have different directions with their products. I have seen the wrong product sent once before when I ordered an ICECO fridge. I reached out via email (their email is on their website) and they gave me a few options. I'd reach out to Setpowers support email and explain what happened. They may just tell you to keep it.

[@jadedjay7861]

What ever happened?

[@Meechka]

@@jadedjay7861 They said just keep it if it was OK with us. Of course by then my husband had found out the Iceco was a better one. I then asked about the warranty on the Iceco. They would not stand behind the warranty for the iceco because they said we didn’t pay for it. But if it’s a better one we’re not really concerned. The thing weighs a lot and to ship it back would it cost them a lot of money. Yes they are the same company. The Setpower is a less expensive version of the Iceco.

[@schadlarry]

Nice real world test. Yes I'm very surprised with those very low power draws. What was the hi/lo temps for the 24 hour period? My only concern would be the warranty on the condensor 2yr vs 5yr, and is that the failure that dooms these fridges? You'd be paying about $130 extra for that warranty but would you have to send the fridge back on your dime? That would make any repair cost prohibitive and I doubt the compressor would be a user replaceable item.

[@Jasonoid]

I had the actual temps in the video description, I'll have to include more details in the video next time haha. The temps ranged from 74F - 93F. I live in a desert climate so the temps usually drop at night. Someone in a humid environment wouldn't see quite the temp change and the fridge would probably pull more power than seen in my testing.

[@Lillelj]

They’re the same fridge from the same factory. I don’t really get this comparison. But nice to see it anyway

[@Jasonoid]

Different compressor brands and different lids with varying levels of insulation. Nice to see how they compare.

[@MrRedFox13Photography]

looks like setpower doesnt have the better compressor from the website and information

[@trevorallen5988]

Would the power consumption change by using DC power? I’d love to see these types of tests running off of DC.

[@Jasonoid]

The power usages would be VERY similar on a DC to DC test. I would expect SLIGHTLY less power usage because you wouldn't be going from AC to DC power. Tracking the DC power becomes very difficult because there aren't any "accurate" meters on the market.

[@trevorallen5988]

@@Jasonoid that’s what I thought but I was confused because my Cpap machine draws significantly more power when running off AC vs. DC according to the manufacturer. I suppose it’s probably loss when converting from DC to AC. Electricity is like a mad scientist practicing voodoo lol.

[@Tommyr]

I'll take the Iceco, much better compressor.

[@dztxtea]

I think the build quality is better also. That plastic lid on the Setpower is going to warp eventually. I just bought the VL45 for less than $500 using Jasonoid's code. Total with tax was $532.51. Not really that much more for a better-quality fridge. And it looks awesome!

[@Spaceman-jo5mz]

Great no-nonsense comparison video of these two refrigerators! Thank you for doing it. I was literally going to pull the trigger on buying the ( out of my price range) ICECO because of the secop compressor that other content providers rave about. But Now I don’t know…Seems the SetPower is just as good in it’s construction and performs a little better than the ICECO. Question now: Is the return on investment ($300 more) worth paying for the ICECO with secop compressor??

[@Jasonoid]

It depends how you are going to be running the fridge. 24/7 365 go with the ICECO. If you are running the fridge for camping, road trips and emergencies get the Setpower. All comes down to how often you'll use it. I have multiple truckers tell me they have run their Iceco fridges 365 for 3 years without issues.

[@allynonderdonk7577]

The difference is in the compressor. The Setpower has a value chinese compressor. It can only work up to 30 degrees from level but does use less power and has a 2 year warranty. The Iceco uses a German Secop compressor that uses slightly more power, but can handle a 40 degree slope, impacts, and will last longer because the motor uses more power and won't burn the windings. It also has a 5 year warranty.

[@sv1201]

@@allynonderdonk7577 Secop compressor is made in China now.

[@Jasonoid]

They have been made in China for years. Dometic fridges also use a Chinese compressor.

[@mostrong]

Maybe I missed it, but was the type of compressor mentioned at all? I see on their website they just label it as a SetPower compressor.

[@Jasonoid]

I show the compressor in my SetPower RV45s review video, it's an offbrand chinese compressor (non secop).

[@mostrong]

@@Jasonoid you’re the man. Thanks!

[@wc983]

Would like to see the setpower 45l duel zone in this test please.

[@Jasonoid]

Temps have dropped, I'll do another once they get up again. Definitely will be a future video :)

[@MrWinger1951]

What was the thermostat set at for both fridges?

[@Armenian]

Id like to know as well. 32F is an odd temp to be set at, if thats the case.

[@Jasonoid]

@@Armenian 34F is what both fridges were set at. The perfect level to keep things cold without freezing anything.

[@MrWinger1951]

@@Jasonoid I must have a malfunctioning ICECO VL45 because the internal temperature is consistently 5 to 7 degrees higher than the set temperature on the thermostat. And yours has an internal temperature 2 degrees lower than the thermostat!?

[@Jasonoid]

@@MrWinger1951 I must have been lucky, I bought this guy 3 years ago and it's still going strong! The internal temp does swing and the compressor probably just shut off when I opened the lid. I'll usually get 3 temp swings above and below the set point.

[@1acroyear1]

I think seeing the internal temperatures a little more often would have been helpful.

[@Jasonoid]

Hey Acro, thanks for the feedback. Both of these fridges hold their temps very well. Always within 2 to 3 degrees off the set point.

[@vanstan3644]

FYI, SETpower is manufactured by ICECO.

[@rogerkerkmann]

Where the power bricks the same seems like the ice goes a little bit more power on the power brick 🤔😱

[@Jasonoid]

The ICECO has a built in AC to DC inverter inside the fridge. The setpower uses an external power brick. The secop compressor in the ICECO uses a little more power but will be more reliable /long lasting. Interesting to see the Chinese compressors are more efficient.

[@thebrizzy]

Looks like you got roughly 20 wh during the day and 10 wh at night. Not bad at all.

[@Jasonoid]

These fridges are SUPER efficient. Been very happy with them :)

[@captaincurt3180]

🙄 California is on fire... still. Would the DC power use fewer watts with these fridges under identical circumstances? I'm thinking about a camping situation where you might be using a solar power station to run the fridge. And, with California burning we can't really count on solar to charge, so I'm wondering how long one might be able to run the SetPower on a given battery?

[@Jasonoid]

Power stations can charge with 12v DC to DC Charging in your car and you can run ac inverters/gas generators to use the stock chargers so there are a few ways around not having solar available. But as for knowing the estimated run time, as long as you know the watt hours capacity of your power station, you just divide that by the average watts used. For example the Bibene has 582 wh of storage using the DC output, so a fridge pulls 20 watts average (582/20= 20 hour run time with no charging input). The fridges would use just a little less power on DC power only as they would have wasted energy going from AC to DC power.

[@titaniummaster1532]

Excellent

[@schadlarry]

I think the 45L size would be perfect for me but I have just one first world problem. I like to have ice in my drinks. Is there anyway possible to have a tray or two of ice and also keep vegetables/drinks/snacks in the same unit without going to a dual zone fridge?

[@Jasonoid]

Little bit harder on a chest style fridge to get the temps really cold in one area and warmer in the other. The Setpower RV45d has a small freezer and larger fridge area, that might work perfect for you, plus it's comes with a budget price! Setpower is basically the budget version of Iceco. Check out my full review for the setpower RV45d and let me know what you think!

[@igorkvachun3572]

Yes 👍 🔋⚡

[@Jasonoid]

Thanks for watching!

[@carmas54]

They look identical, I wouldn’t be surprised if they were made by the same company in China they gave a lot of the same parts

[@Jasonoid]

They are very similar but there are some differences. Setpower is a more budget version of a 12v fridge.

[@stevesidare2493]

If Setpowers have respectable longevity, that would be my preference. And They're made in the USA.

[@Jasonoid]

Unfortunately no 12v fridge that I'm aware of is made in the usa. Even the big name brands like Dometic and ARB are made overseas.

[@deddie4645]

Nice

[@Jasonoid]

Thanks

[@thebrizzy]

SetPower with your code is $324 SetPower on Amazon with tax & additional Amazon 5 year warranty is $404 If you know you’re going to use it so much it won’t last 7 years(2 manufacture + 5 Amazon)then it’s a good idea to pay the extra 25% now and get 100% replacement in the future but I’ll only being using it on occasion so I think $324 is what I’ll go with. Either way it’s cheaper even with the better warranty option than Iceco for $466.

[@Jasonoid]

Great points! Thanks for putting that info together for us!

[@sebestans]

2:58 ..whats disgusting are them CALIFORNIA FIREFIGHTERS out there working hard to contain a blaze ..while your arse waves hand in front of a camera thinking it has a comment about it